couple of questions..

[creepin cutty]

this buick 455 i just got is a 1976 and many people have said its not a good motor because of low compression....
my question is can the compression be change and how? if not and i have to "get rid" of it i guess...
and whats the best motor to put in my 86 cutlass that would give some good hp and torq?
thanks alot guys!!

 

[RedHotRegal]

For the buick 455 I believe a '72 or older is the best (pre emmisions true muscle cars died '71-72 because of regulations) Then there are a few different heads that work better then others.

 

[RocketMan83]

My friend and his Dad both have Stage 1 GS'. From what Ive heard '76 is actually the best due to higher nickel content and they have better oiling passages. My friends dad is actually using a '76 Block on his 462ci Bull dog headed engine that he wants/should run 10s with.

 

[creepin cutty]

so i should keep it and put some aluminum heads huh??
how about the low compression?
i feel so lost

 

[creepin cutty]

how about a supercharger....wont that help with the compression?!

 

[RedHotRegal]

You wont beable too afford tires if you put a supercharger on that. Heads for those 455's are $$$$$$. www.taperformance.com has everything you would ever need for a buford 455. They make unreal torque and average hp. so you'll be quick off the line.

 

[RedHotRegal]

Just went there looks like they've come down in price must be getting more popular. 3-4 years ago I looked at building a 455 and the stage 2 street heads were $4500 US. Imagine a Regal Limited with every thing kept stock appearing(i.e. all trim and wire wheels) reenforce the frame put a good rear in it and squeeze a built 455 under a turbo hood. That would be an awsome sleeper if you could keep the exhaust quiet.

 

[creepin cutty]

thats what i wanna do with m cutlass but i feel lost....i want alot of torque and good hp...what do u think i should do?

 

[RedHotRegal]

Bufords are more money then a 454 to build up because there not as popular. But you cant beat the torque of a Buick 455. Its different then your neighbors and thats what its all about isn't it?

 

[creepin cutty]

how about some stage 1 heads? make a diffrence?